[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 147 (Thursday, November 14, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2029]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                 TIM SCHMIG: AN ADVOCATE WITH INTEGRITY

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                          HON. JAMES A. BARCIA

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 14, 2002

  Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Tim Schmig of Burton, 
MI, for his work on behalf of the Michigan Association of Christian 
Schools, Inc., and for his years of service representing the interests 
of Michigan with elected officials throughout the State and nationwide. 
I have worked closely with Tim during my tenure in Congress and have 
greatly appreciated his input on a wide range of issues.
  I first met Tim in 1993 when he stopped in to see me while I was 
meeting with constituents at the courthouse in Bad Axe, MI. As I 
recall, Tim had some issues on his mind and we had a worthwhile 
discussion that provided me with some additional information to 
consider. Since that time, I have kept in contact with Tim, often 
soliciting his perspective as I pondered legislative matters and public 
policy decisions. Likewise, Tim often called on me at my office in 
Washington, DC, or back at home to give me his views. In addition, I 
have always been impressed with Tim's conveyance of his opinions in Op-
Ed pieces and in Letters to the Editor.
  As the executive director of the Michigan Association of Christian 
Schools and during his previous job with the National Right Your 
Congressman organization, Tim has earned respect and garnered influence 
on both sides of the political aisle. Lawmakers have come to trust Tim 
and rely on his knowledge of the issues and his well-informed advocacy 
on a variety of issues. He truly has earned both the respect and 
influence he has in the halls of Congress and in the Michigan 
Legislature.
  A 1984 graduate of Bob Jones University, Tim has made a personal and 
professional commitment to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He and 
his wife have been married for 22 years and they have three daughters, 
Sarah, Rebekah and Hannah.
  Finally, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in praising Tim 
Schmig for his dedication and commitment to promoting Christian 
schools. He is truly doing the Lord's work and should be commended. I 
am confident that Tim's reputation for integrity and hard work will win 
him influence with elected leaders for many years to come.

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